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Bulldozers Roll in Chomu as Jaipur Authorities Raze Alleged Illegal Structures After Mosque Clash

Officials say the action follows lapsed notices over alleged encroachments linked to last week’s stone‑pelting outside a mosque.

Overview

  • Demolition teams began taking down houses, shops and other structures on Thursday after municipal deadlines expired on December 31.
  • Police say 19 accused have been arrested so far and video from the night of the clashes is being examined to identify additional suspects.
  • India Today reports more than 110 detentions and says at least six police personnel were injured on December 26, indicating differing tallies across sources.
  • Security has been reinforced with district police and two companies of the Rajasthan Armed Constabulary overseeing the clearance.
  • Notices were pasted at 24 accused residences and separate orders cited 20 illegal slaughterhouses and four unauthorized constructions, while internet services were previously suspended for 24 hours.